Mission statement: On this blog we explore why homeschooling can be a better option for children and families than a traditional classroom setting. We'll also explore homeschooling issues in general, educational thoughts, family issues, and some other random stuff.

Tuesday, February 09, 2010

Loving vs. hating someone

If you don't like someone, the way he holds his spoon makes you furious; if you like him, he can turn his plate over into your lap and you won't mind.-Irving Becker

This thought explains a lot of history: People will fight for "their side" even if their side is in the wrong. This thought explains a lot of politics: Too many excuse their allies over a beam while attacking their enemy over a mote.